RAM Memory Module Upgrade

Hello Windows Vista Forums,

I would like to upgrade my Random Access Memory (RAM). I am thinking to put 2GB RAM cards into my machine. I have a small problem though. I don't know what type of memory my I should put into my machine. I own a Alienware Area 51 7500. Here are the system specs:

System Manufacturer/Model Number Alienware
OS Vista Ultimate x64
CPU Area 51 7500
Motherboard MB-EVGA122CKNF68B1
Memory 8GB ElPIDA DDR2 PC2-6400 U-DIMM 800MHZ
Graphics Card(s) NVIDIA GeForce 8600 GTS
Sound Card EAX3
Monitor(s) Displays SAMSUNG 23" GAMERS CHOICE
Screen Resolution Primary 1680 X 1050, Secondary 1920 X 1080
Hard Drives ST3250410AS
Model: ST3250410AS
Size: 250GB
PSU CoolerMaster 1000
Case Alienware Black Head Chasis
Cooling Noctua NH-U12P x 1x120mm fan, 6x120mm case fans
Keyboard Alienware M51 Standard Keyboard
Mouse Alienware M5 Standard Size Mouse
Internet Speed 54.0 MBPS
Other Info Bought in October of 2007 from Alienware.

If anyone can reccomend a type of RAM for machine and where to purchase for a good reliable price, that would be fantastic! All help is appreciated! Thanks!

Regards,
alienware

Pretty sure you'll be good with 240 pin DDR2 modules. Best to install in pairs, so keep that in mind. While newegg isn't guaranteed to give you the best price, they've always been reliable wherever I am in the world when it comes to shipping.

Newegg.com - Computer Hardware,Memory,Desktop Memory,240-Pin DDR2 SDRAM

Those are the modules for your board sorted by rating. I personally have Mushkin brand in my tower, but I'm not partial to any brand. Check out the reviews. Maybe someone else here has the same mobo as you and can offer some first hand experience on what you should get. Good luck.

Also for future reference

http://www.crucial.com/

You can go there and find the proper ram size/timings and then use that info to do a search on newegg or your favorite shopping site.

According to them here's the ram you need (http://www.crucial.com/store/listparts.aspx?model=AREA-51 7500)

Package: 240-pin DIMM
Feature: DDR2 PC2-5300

Hi truthkid,

Thanks for not giving me a hard time! I was wondering if you could reccomend any 2GB memory modules. Will they work with my machine?

Regards,
alienware

Like I said, I'm not really partial to any brands and I haven't built a system since 2008, Networking is more or less my thing. That being said based purely off reviews

This seems like a solid 2GB kit
Newegg.com - G.SKILL 2GB (2 x 1GB) 240-Pin DDR2 SDRAM DDR2 800 (PC2 6400) Dual Channel Kit Desktop Memory Model F2-6400CL5D-2GBNQ - Desktop Memory

The 4GB kit from the same company with great reviews
Newegg.com - G.SKILL 4GB (2 x 2GB) 240-Pin DDR2 SDRAM DDR2 800 (PC2 6400) Dual Channel Kit Desktop Memory Model F2-6400CL5D-4GBPQ - Desktop Memory

I hardly know everything about timings and such with memory, so maybe someone with a little more knowledgeable can come along and clear things up. And as far as giving you a hard time, I willingly admit my people skills are less hit then they are miss. Cheers

Hi truthkid,

Thanks for the reccomendations but I do have aquestion for you. My bud is upgrading to Vista and he did a Windows Vista Upgrade Advisor Scan and it said he needed a new Networking Controller. Any suggestions. Hes got an Alienware Area 51 7500. Thanks!

Regards,
alienware

according to your specs, you already have 8gigs of memory. i dont think you will see any performance boost by adding more (if you can).

ha, I overlooked that

Why would you need more then 8 gigs?

Hi guys,

This is not for my PC it's for my friends. He is coming in contact with alot of issues. He needs a new Network Controller that will support Windows Vista before upgrading. Any suggestions? All help is appreciated!

Regards,
alienware